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tesla have a good charging infrastructure for sure. told build quality is iffy tho. quick 0-60 :D

zapmap is a good thing for chargers

zapmap...whassat?

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Originally Posted by Gazjam

zapmap...whassat?

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https://www.zap-map.com/live/

tells you where all the chargers are and what kind. if they are working oand in use or available. you get more out it if you sign up

it doesnt do tesla tho... think eurocentral will be your closest

aye,
work close to Eurocentral, literally 5 mins away.

aye,
work close to Eurocentral, literally 5 mins away.

My company does this also, I’m very interested, one monthly payment includes everything, insurance, road tax, servicing, tyres (but sadly not electricity!) - and because it’s salary sacrifice, comes from your salary before it’s taxed, so depending on your earnings, could be up to 40% saved. Only downside as I see it is that you never own the asset, but then you don’t have the hassle and unexpected bills.

Main reason I haven’t hit the button is that I’m waiting for the new VW i-Buzz - which has been delayed again... we almost went for a Hyundai Ioniq 5 on a short 2 year deal in the interim, but then I saw it was 30 weeks to delivery!

Then I started looking at other options, got bored and opened wine!

But long story short, if it’s available via your company then it’s a bit of a no brainier I think. (I like the Tesla 3 and they’re seemingly unaffected by “Chipageddon” but wouldn’t work for us I don’t think as we need something a bit more versatile.)

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Originally Posted by Alex_UK

My company does this also, I’m very interested, one monthly payment includes everything, insurance, road tax, servicing, tyres (but sadly not electricity!) - and because it’s salary sacrifice, comes from your salary before it’s taxed, so depending on your earnings, could be up to 40% saved. Only downside as I see it is that you never own the asset, but then you don’t have the hassle and unexpected bills.

Main reason I haven’t hit the button is that I’m waiting for the new VW i-Buzz - which has been delayed again... we almost went for a Hyundai Ioniq 5 on a short 2 year deal in the interim, but then I saw it was 30 weeks to delivery!

Then I started looking at other options, got bored and opened wine!

But long story short, if it’s available via your company then it’s a bit of a no brainier I think. (I like the Tesla 3 and they’re seemingly unaffected by “Chipageddon” but wouldn’t work for us I don’t think as we need something a bit more versatile.)

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ioniq is a lovely motor..

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Originally Posted by Gazjam

Thanks Grant.

I did a Googly,
and there's a Tesla supercharger 5 minutes from my work, 20 minutes from the house.

See what happens and how the costs play out,
But got my eye on a Tesla model 3.

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I woukd not use a supercharger too often, as it won't be good for the battery.

Ok for an occasional splash and dash when doing an occasional long journey, but every week? I wouldn't.

if its a lease its not his problem i guess. charging to 80% or so is usually the best way. 100 when you really need it. It helps with battery management.
I have only charged mine in slow mode...real slow lol